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PX13 ZVN

2013 BMW 120

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

144,473 mi
Last recorded144,473 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW 12065,625 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX13 ZVN
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 144,473 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 137,715 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

water in nearside headlight

Fail 11 Jul 2024 137,715 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

water in nearside headlight

Pass 18 Jul 2023 129,706 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered with black substance (1.1.11 (c))

front to rear underbody tray fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2022 126,866 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 119,480 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 111,173 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 111,173 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 100,253 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 84,214 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 78,539 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 67,501 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 56,101 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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PX13 ZVN is a 2013 BMW 120 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 65,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX13 ZVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW 120 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX13 ZVN registered?

PX13 ZVN is a 2013 BMW 120, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is PX13 ZVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX13 ZVN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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